Solar energy is the main and the most sustainable source of energy in the
planet. Solar energy can be converted into electric and thermal energy. In case of conversion into thermal energy, its efficiency is about 70%, in case of electricity – about 20%.
The new type of a solar system is a floating solar system that has a great
potential today.
Floating solar systems have the following advantages compared with the
static/fixed solar systems:
Floating solar power installations are becoming more prevalent,
especially in areas with high population density and require no land
occupancy.
It converts additional 5-10% solar energy into electricity due to the
cooling effect of the water on the modules.
One of a technology disadvantage is:
The cost of floating solar plants is higher than traditional static solar
plants, due to the cost of the floating structures that comprise about
50% of the project cost.
Using a solar power helps protect the environment. Every household can contribute to an annual reduction in CO2 emissions of up to 2500 kg in average, which is one of the main causes of global warming.
According to the opinion of experts, the rapid growth of floating solar power plants in the next 5-10 years will be recorded in Japan, China, Great Britain, India and Brazil.